What should I say?
Describe the conversation you're dreading. You'll get the first line to say, two other ways to say it, and what to answer when they push back.
How it works
- Describe the moment. Who you're talking to and what you need from them, in a sentence or two.
- Get the line. The first thing to say, built to lead with the point instead of an apology.
- Get ready for the pushback. The reply they'll most likely give, and a calm answer that holds your position.
Want more depth? Read a word-for-word guide for common conversations like asking for a raise or saying no to extra work.
Questions people ask
Is it free?
Yes. You can ask a few times an hour without an account. Practicing the conversation out loud in a live round needs a NeverBlank account.
What happens to what I type?
It's sent once to write your answer and isn't stored or used for anything else. Leave out names and private details anyway.
What kinds of conversations does it help with?
Saying no, asking for something (a raise, a day off, a refund), giving or taking feedback, pushing back on a deadline, negotiating, and personal conversations you've been putting off. It doesn't give legal, medical or financial advice.